The Lafourche Gazette

08/18/2024

What a Life! Three prayers for a divided nation and a divided world

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Fr. Thomas Reese, S.J. wrote the following column for National Catholic Reporter entitled “A Prayer for Finding Balance in the Holy Land.”

08/18/2024

The UCG announced that oil spill cleanup efforts in the bayou have shifted to a new phase after progress has been made in recent days.

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The Unified Command Group announced today that oil spill cleanup efforts have transitioned from active oil recovery work to the maintenance phase of cleanup.

08/17/2024

Rouses Markets Named Official Grocer of Nicholls State University

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Nicholls State University

Nicholls State University and Rouses Markets have entered into a multi-year agreement, officially naming the Louisiana-based, family-owned supermarket chain as the official grocer of Nicholls State University. This partnership represents

08/17/2024

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The following suspects were arrested in Lafourche Parish on August 15 and 16, 2024.

08/16/2024

🏊‍♂️💙 Dive into safety with the Blue Boot Foundation and Blue Boot Rodeo 🌟 Every week, we shine a spotlight on a local child who has completed their swimming lessons for the year, showcasing their dedication to safe swimming practices.
By highlighting these young swimmers, we aim to raise awareness about the importance of water safety and encourage others to take swimming lessons. Let's celebrate these water warriors and inspire a community committed to safe swimming🛟
This week we are featuring little Allie Chiasson. 🎉

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Allie Chiasson, a 2-year-old enjoying her first year of swimming lessons with Meagan Danos, loves going under the water and jumping in. Her favorite ice cream flavor is vanilla.

08/16/2024

Today, The Lafourche Gazette would like take a moment to remember the life of Ms. Christine Boudreaux.

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Christine Danos Boudreaux, 58, a native and resident of Raceland, LA, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024.

08/16/2024

The Lafourche Gazette would like to remember the life of Mr. DL Duet.

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DL Joseph Duet, 83, a native of Cut Off and resident Golden Meadow passed away on August 15th, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

08/16/2024

🇺🇸 Hometown Heroes Spotlight 🚒

We're excited to announce a new bi-monthly feature in The Lafourche Gazette sponsored by Southern Farms Specialty Meats that dedicated to celebrating our local military, veterans, first responders, and police force! Help us honor those who serve our community by nominating someone you know who deserves recognition.

👉 Click the link below to fill out the nomination form and share the incredible stories of these hometown heroes! Let's give them the spotlight they deserve.

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08/16/2024

UPDATE: Cut Off couple now facing charges of sexual abuse of an animal

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A Cut Off husband and wife – already being held in the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux on r**e, child p**n, weapons and drug charges – now face charges

08/15/2024

🥳Back to School Open House at Josie Dylynn Boutique 🛍️

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Josie Dylynn Boutique is kicking off the back-to-school season with an exciting open house shopping event on Saturday, August 17th. From 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., shoppers can browse a

08/15/2024

LDWF to Open Recreational Red Snapper Season 7 Days a Week

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Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Secretary Madison Sheahan has signed a Declaration of Emergency to reopen the recreational Red Snapper season seven days a week. The season will

08/15/2024

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The following suspects were arrested in Lafourche Parish on August 14, 2024.

08/15/2024

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux-Thibodaux celebrated their one year anniversary today!

Enjoy our photo gallery by Natali Barnes Photography

Walkons Thibodaux held their 1 year anniversary celebration on August 14th. The celebration was similar to the grand opening. Thibodaux high school band, student council and cheer attended along with

08/14/2024

Lafourche Gazette partnering with local business for new bimonthly feature!
🇺🇸Southern Farms Specialty Meat's Hometown Heroes 👮🏼‍♀️👨🏾‍🚒🪖

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The Lafourche Gazette is proud to announce a bi-monthly partnership with a local business to spotlight the local heroes of our community.

08/14/2024

Riley John's Blue Boot Foundation Announces Nica Paolillo as New Executive Director 🥳
Blue Boot Rodeo

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Riley John’s Clue Boot Foundation are excited to introduce Nica Paolillo as the new Executive Director of Riley John's Blue Boot Foundation. A native of Lockport, LA, Mrs. Paolillo is

08/14/2024

Hamilton "Buck" Guidroz announces candidacy for Mayor of Lockport 🗳️

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I, Hamilton “Buck” Guidroz, am announcing my candidacy for Mayor of Lockport. As a retired businessman, I have the time to oversee the town problems. I will work for you,

08/14/2024

The Lafourche Gazette would like to take a moment to remember the life of Mr. Daniel Parr.

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Daniel Parr, 67, a native and resident of Cut Off, Louisiana passed away on August 12, 2024.

08/14/2024

A high ranking Lafourche Parish Government leader has been appointed to a prestigious position this week.

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One of Lafourche Parish’s highest ranking government officials was appointed this week to a National Leadership Position on Transportation.

08/14/2024

Cut Off Man Arrested and Charged with First-Degree R**e

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A Cut Off man, Kevin Gisclair, 21, was arrested and charged with first-degree r**e following a warrant issued for his arrest on Tuesday.

08/14/2024

EDITOR'S OPINION: Transparency of locals in oil spill cleanup a job well done

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In today’s social media world, most of the commentary about lawmakers and different happenings in the community turns negative.

08/14/2024

The Lafourche Gazette would like to remember the life of Mr. Michael Andras.

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Michael "Mike" Andras, 60, a native of Napoleonville, Louisiana and resident of Cut Off, Louisiana, passed away on August 10, 2024.

08/14/2024

A Lafourche man was convicted of stealing from a home damaged by Hurricane Ida.

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A local man has been found guilty of burglarizing a home that was damaged during Hurricane Ida.

08/14/2024

Louisiana is getting some new reef to house marine life thanks to a team effort from LDWF, CCA Louisiana and Raising Cane’s.

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will be joining CCA Louisiana and Raising Canes today to install a new inshore artificial reef near Grand Isle.

08/14/2024

Golden Motors Presents “Back in the Day”

Let’s go back to August 1974!

We've taken great care to preserve every printed copy of our newspaper throughout its history!

08/14/2024

This month on Laris Insurance's Women of Lafourche we are featuring our Middle School Prinicpal of the year! 🎉

Dr. Decina Rodrigue from Lockport Middle School named Louisiana Middle School Principal of the Year

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A Lafourche Parish educator took home a prestigious honor earlier this summer, winning the state’s Middle School Principal of the Year.

08/13/2024

Reola Lanegrasse, Jr. announces his candidacy for Lockport Council Div. D 🇺🇸

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My name is Reola Lanegrasse Jr., and I have been considering running for town council for a while now. I believe it is time for some fresh faces on the

08/13/2024

The Lafourche Gazette would like to remember the life of Mrs. Alverta Cheramie.

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Alverta Rita Cheramie, born Dec 4,1944 in Bridge City, La. to Lucille Dufrene Hebert and Early Hebert. She married her lifelong love Roland Joseph Cheramie of Golden Meadow, in 1962.

08/13/2024

Local State Representative gives another update on Golden Meadow Bridge 🚧

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Our area’s local State Representative has given another update on the Golden Meadow Bridge this week — an update that has some good news for locals eagerly awaiting the re-opening

08/13/2024

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The following suspects were arrested in Lafourche Parish on August 12, 2024.

08/13/2024

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